Broadway for Two: Vocal Book

Ten windows into the heart of Broadway storytelling. Whether you're discovering the whimsy of Seussical, the romance of Once on This Island, or the darker wit of Sweeney Todd, each duet carries the theatrical weight and charm of its original show while remaining accessible to develop singers.

This book serves directors planning Broadway cabarets, review-style concerts, or audition prep for advanced high school and college singers. Duet partners at any skill level will benefit from the pairing options and the musical context provided for each song.

• Study the character background notes before rehearsal begins; understanding the dramatic relationship between your characters will clarify the vocal dynamics and phrasing choices.
• Balance your sound according to the vocal weight of each partner rather than trying to match volume exactly; these duets are written with specific dramatic hierarchies in mind.
• Use the recorded accompaniment to lock tempos and style, then practice without it to build confidence in holding your line independently.
• Spend time on the text; these songs require clear diction and emotional specificity that comes from understanding what your character wants in each moment.

Open your cabaret or review concert with variety by mixing duet styles and genres throughout the evening. The range of pairing options means you can program by voice type, story arc, or musical era, creating natural flow between contrasting numbers.

• Singing period-appropriate styles from contemporary and classic Broadway
• Matching tone and tuning with a partner while maintaining individual vocal color
• Interpreting character relationships through vocal dynamics and phrasing
• Sight-reading diverse theatrical vocal lines and accompaniment textures
• Understanding lyrical subtext and dramatic intention in musical theatre